In a bold move toward party cohesion, former Enugu APC chairman *Ugo Agballa* on Tuesday completed his electronic membership revalidation at his Udi/Agbudu ward, signaling a fresh start for the state chapter. Agballa, now a board member of the South‑East Development Commission, used the occasion to rally support behind *Governor Peter Mbah*, who has recently defected from the PDP and is now positioned as the APC’s new leader in Enugu. He described the revalidation as “a demonstration of my commitment to the APC and its ideals,” and praised Mbah’s leadership and vision for the state.
The ceremony attracted a who’s‑who of Enugu politics: Speaker of the State House of Assembly *Hon. Uche Ugwu*, Udi Local Government Chairman *Hon. Hyginus Agu*, caretaker chairman *Dr. Ben Nwoye*, political adviser *Chief Frank Anioma*, and several other party stalwarts. Their presence underscored a unified front after months of internal wrangling that had split the APC into factions.
Agballa’s revalidation comes on the heels of a broader e‑registration drive across Enugu, with Udi leading the numbers and the state topping the South‑East in online sign‑ups. Nwoye hailed the turnout as proof that “the gladiators have converged and we have one APC now,” emphasizing that the party’s strength now rests on a transparent, real‑time registration system. He dismissed opposition claims of coercion, insisting participation is voluntary and driven by renewed confidence in the party’s direction.
Governor Mbah’s recent defection from the PDP, accompanied by dozens of lawmakers, councillors, and cabinet members, has reshaped Enugu’s political landscape. His arrival has been framed as a “merger of transformation and renewed hope,” aligning state development with President Bola Tinubu’s agenda. With Agballa back in the fold and the e‑registration momentum, APC leaders say they are targeting a two‑million‑member base in Enugu, positioning the party for a decisive showing in 2027.
